A charity assisting with all aspects of life for veterans and their families
DCCS is a service that provides support for unpaid carers in the Durham and Darlington areas.
Beloved by university students and the local community alike, this UNESCO site is overflowing with h
You can holiday with this small charity that cares for donkeys in need.
A UNESCO world heritage site that has actively served Durham for nearly 1000 years.
Come and enjoy beautiful scenery, walkways, woodlands, and wildlife in the heart of Durham.
Beautiful and unusual walkways and paths through this disused quarry.
Providing support to young people who are homeless, sofa surfing, or at risk.
Supporting individuals and families affected by cancer.
Opticians based in Durham, offering more than just eye tests, prescriptions, long term management fo
Stanhope Pool is a heated open air Swimming pool located in the beautiful scenery of Weardale in the
Whitworth Hall can offer everything you could ever want for your wedding day, suitable for up to 100
Cafe in Spennymoor, catering for wide variety of dietary requirements, including allergies and vegan
Dragonflies is a welcoming soft play centre in Durham aimed at under 8’s with a great cafe which cat
We are an all wooden, alternative to soft play based in Fencehouses, aimed from birth to Pre-Schoole
Based in Peterlee a children's role play centre offering nice food and drink at reasonable prices.
Over 11,000 sq ft of fun all under one roof. Check out the website for what is on offer, you can boo
Set in the beautiful rolling hills of County Durham, Hall Hill Farm is an award winning mixed farm o
Come and check out the website for events and festive celebrations, soft play and outdoor play areas
Clart about café is all about the parent and child experience, they offer affordable educational pla
Come and get creative in our art studio, which specialises in painting your own pottery.
An innovative and award winning play centre for little ones, to help them play, and embrace their im
The pottery loft has a range of activities and fun things to do such as painting pots, soft play and
Early years role play centre offering unique play environment which is cozy and intimate, come and l
Have 2 hours of constant fun in ancient woodland, our high ropes course provides challenges guarante
Come and check out this revolutionary centre, dedicated to health and well being. Contact them for d
Tayloredfit Physio is your local provider of all things physio, health and wellness.
Come and check out local fitness activities and resources, such as swimming pool, swimming lessons,
Peterlee leisure centre offers swimming pool, steam room, sauna, and many more.
Private health club based in the centre of Durham offering facilities like swimming pool, steam room
Freeman's Quay Leisure Centre has a whole host of activities for you to choose from.
Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre offers a while host of facilities like swimming pool, gym, and many m
Spennymoor leisure centre offers a whole host of different facilities.
Epic 200 m indoor racing track in Durham, where you can have an adrenaline fueled day around the tra
Come and experience the joys of extreme trampolining, for young and old (check out the softplay too!
We are a small independent company in Durham, North East England UK.
Quiet time craft activities which are autism and learning and sensory impaired friendly.
From beginner level to specialised lessons in show jumping, cross country and dressage
Try something new and a bit different! Explore and learn about county Durham as you conquer clues an
Finchdale priory is the extensive remains of Monastery originally built in 1196, located on river ba
Railway museum with engines and carriages across the ages
Wear canoes offers an adventure where you get in touch with nature, the river Wear runs through Durh
A flexible and fun way to find out more about where you live or explore somewhere new!
Come and try something a bit different, ideal for getting to know where you live a bit better or exp
Lanchester garden centre is more than just a garden centre, come and check out.
A wedding at Black Horse Beamish can be a classical fairy-tale or story of rock 'n' roll indulgence.
If you are looking for a laid back, relaxed weddings and the idea of a rustic, bohemian vibe set tic
If you are looking for a beautiful setting with the opportunity to do something that is really perso
The grounds of Derwent Manor provide a beautiful backdrop to your big day, whether large or small, f
This luxurious wedding venue near Durham provides beautiful backdrops and a bespoke service, caterin
New Close Farm Outdoor Wedding venue offers two outdoor options of tipi and marquee wedding receptio
Redworth Hall is an imposing country house that is fully licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies
South Causey Inn can provide you with a traditional countryside wedding set in the beautiful Beamish
St Chad's College is set in the shadow of Durham Cathedral and fronts onto a medieval street.
Whitworth Hall can offer everything you could ever want for your wedding day, suitable for up to 100
This is rocky beach, which you'll find a north of the busier Seaham Beach and Harbour.
This a town based play park. If you are looking for nature this park can offer a sensory garden wit
Bishop Auckland town recreation ground is a large park close to the centre of town.
Sherburn Park is a small, town park with a children's play park and outdoor gym equipment for the no
Here you will find a woodland walk, where you will find timber and stone sculptures.
Several kids' play areas, seasonal events, a miniature-car track, a cafe & views over Durham located
There is lots of natural adventures to be had at Blast Beach, this pebbly beach provides lots of exp
Crimdon is situated at the southern end of Durham’s Heritage Coast and is a quiet, undisturbed, sand
You will find Dalton Burn north of the busier Seaham Harbour, and it is a small shingle beach where
This small, quiet beach lies on the Durham Heritage Coastand and is a mixture of sand and shingle an
Expansive outdoor park area offering lots for all ages.
Take a leisurely ride on the river cruiser along the river viewing Durham’s river shorelines.
Set in beautiful mature woodlands, this 10 hectare Durham University Botanic Garden is open to the p
Located near Consett, Allensford Country Park offers beautiful riverside walks, stunning views of De
Lumley Castle really can offer a wedding set in a castle, whether you want something small and intim
On the edge of the area for outstanding natural beauty; North Pennines Area. Activities for all the
Diggerland is The Ultimate Adventure UK Theme Park where children and adults alike can ride, drive a
The 13th century Grade I listed Medieval hall in Durham City provides a spectacular backdrop to the
Broom House is a windy spot at 750 ft over viewing the surrounding countryside.
Located in the beautiful market town of Barnard Castle; the Castle overlooks river walks, museums an
Are you searching for things to do in County Durham? At Eric Knows, we are here to make finding things to do easy. We help you find events and places that suit all your extra needs such as wheelchair access, autism-friendly, or days out for the whole family!
One popular place in Durham is the Beamish Museum. The open-air museum allows you to experience an authentic northern history through interactive exhibitions, numerous artifacts, fully costumed staff, functional vehicles, and working machines. Beamish museums are proud to be autism and dementia-friendly with numerous events throughout the year specifically for people with autism or dementia. Although free wheelchair hire and a wheelchair accessible bus are available, some of the exhibitions are not entirely wheelchair friendly and are only viewable from a stepped access point.
For a family day out, Tweedle farm is the ideal place. With a small animals petting area, a baby barn, go-karts, indoor play area, and tractor rides, it is filled with fun-packed activities. Many of the paths, although some are stony, are wheelchair and pushchair friendly, and there is disabled car parking available.
Joe’s pond is also another family-friendly day out. Excellent habitat for lots of wildlife and the perfect place for bird watching, Joe’s pond also offers great accessibility. Paths are extremely usable for wheelchair and pushchair users and there is a raised boardwalk which makes it easier for all mobilities. You’ll discover a range of small mammals and a range of orchid species making it the perfect place for nature lovers.
For an energetic day out ROF 59 is the place to go. The activity centre based in Newton Aycliffe has 50 trampolines, foam pits, dodgeball court, adventure climbing walls, and many more fun things for you to do!
For more things to do in County Durham, take a look at our dedicated Durham page with full listings.